Outside Hilton Head

Outside Hilton Head: guided excursions on Hilton Head Island

Outside Hilton Head is an outdoor activity operator based on Hilton Head Island, in the Lowcountry region of South Carolina. The company presents itself as a specialist in guided experiences through waterways and natural environments, with more than 46 years of experience creating excursions on the water and on land. Its offering combines boat tours, kayaking, paddleboarding, charter fishing, boat rentals and e-bike routes, among other options.

Featured activities and experiences

The company's catalog includes a wide variety of excursions and services. Among the most notable on the site are:

• Dolphin Eco Tour, presented as the most popular boat trip.
• Guided Kayak Nature Tour, identified as the best seller.
• Family Fishing, fishing for the whole family.
• Ultimate Lowcountry Day, a full day of activities.
• Luxury pontoon boat rentals.
• Daufuskie Island History & Artisans Tours, a historical and artisan tour of Daufuskie Island.
• Private Shark Tooth Island Cruise, a private cruise to Shark Tooth Island.
• Family Intro to Stand-Up Paddleboarding, a family introduction to paddleboarding.
• Family Ski Day.
• Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals, kayak and paddleboard rentals, available year-round.
• Hilton Head E-Bike History & Nature Tour, an e-bike route with historical and natural content.
• Dolphins & Tubing Experience, a combination of dolphin watching and tubing.
• Private Fireworks & Nature Boat Cruise, a private fireworks and nature cruise, scheduled on Tuesdays and July 4th.

The company also organizes group outings, private experiences, dinner and cocktail cruises, and family activities. The site mentions the possibility of booking online.

Captains and guides

Outside Hilton Head has captains certified by the United States Coast Guard (USCG). The site features profiles of several of them, with details about their experience and local recommendations. Among the captains cited are Bayard Huggins, Dean Hager, Gerard Love, JC McCune and Kathleen McMenamin Vicars, among others. Several of them have years of experience in the area and offer advice on places such as Mitchelville Freedom Park, Fish Haul Beach, the Ibis Pond Rookery at Pinckney Island Wildlife Refuge, the Shell Ring at Greens Shell Park, Daufuskie Island or Shark Tooth Island.

Fleet and own resources

The company has its own boats, including the Ohana, and maintains a specific section about its fleet and captains. It also offers kayak, paddleboard and luxury pontoon rentals, as well as e-bikes for guided routes.

Founder and local knowledge

Mike Overton, founder and CEO, has lived in the area for more than 40 years. The site includes his recommendations for planning activities and making the most of a stay in Hilton Head. The company links its offering to a deep knowledge of the Lowcountry environment and an approach of safety and sustainability in the activities it organizes.

Other content and services

Outside Hilton Head maintains a podcast titled The Voices of Outside, an island news section, a gift card program and a shop. It also publishes information on FAQs, careers and locations. The company operates on Hilton Head Island and organizes excursions to nearby destinations such as Daufuskie Island.

Location and contact

Phone: 843.686.6996 · Email: reservations@outsidebrands.com